Being addicted to TikTok videos makes women feel less satisfied with their bodies, thereby increasing the risk of medlinkeating disorders/medlink.

Arts and crafts can boost your medlinkmental health/medlink. So, grab your paintbrushes and add more colors to your mind. A new study in iFrontiers

Imagine wearing clothes that use solar energy to keep you warm on winter walks, or a shirt that automatically measures your temperature and heart rate.

Even light medlinksmoking/medlink of just one or two medlinkcigarettes/medlink a day either before or during pregnancy can lead to major health

A new study, published in the August 28, 2024, online issue of Neurology, the medical journal of the American Academy of Neurology, suggests that the

Building a positive reputation by helping others often leads to reciprocal rewards, known as bindirect reciprocity/b. However, for cooperation to

Consuming more caffeine may improve heart health, finds a new paper in IRheumatology,/I published by Oxford University Press. h2Increased Cardiovascular

Poor sleep in the month before surgery raises the risk of postoperative delirium, warns a new study. The findings of the study will be presented at

Eight cities across the United States have introduced taxes on sugar-sweetened beverages, which are linked to health problems such as obesity and Type 2 diabetes (!--ref1--).

In a new technological breakthrough, scientists at the Indian Institute of Sciences (IISc), Bangaluru have developed tiny dental nanobots that can be

Smoking can have a serious impact on the effect of the treatment of periodontitis - a widespread condition that leads to the degradation of the teeth's

Diabetes is a known risk factor for cognitive decline and dementia. The hallmark features of diabetes such as high blood sugar, insulin resistance, inflammation,

Experts emphasized that beyond providing aesthetic appeal, maintaining a bright and healthy set of teeth could be crucial for one's overall health. h2

During the 102nd General Session of the IADR, a study investigating oral hygiene self-care behavior among patients with self-reported medlinkmental

The connection between medlinkdiabetes/medlink and medlinkperiodontal disease/medlink is well-established, but the effect of diabetes treatment on gum health has been less explored.

A newer method of calculating so-called "bad cholesterol" levels in the blood is more accurate than the older method in people who did not fast before blood was drawn.

Consuming walnut-rich diet benefits a healthy heart by a significant reduction in cholesterol, triglycerides, and apolipoprotein B levels when compared to control diets, reports a systematic review.

A new association between early-onset Alzheimer's disease and increased LDL cholesterol levels has been identified by Atlanta Veterans Affairs Medical Center and Emory University researchers.

Nonfasting lipid levels were same as fasting lipid levels in the same individuals, which helps to predict the risk of cardiovascular diseases, according

Measuring various types of fats in the blood ("lipidomics") can predict the risk of developing type 2 diabetes (T2D) and cardiovascular disease (CVD)

People in the general population or those with low risk should keep LDL (low-density lipoprotein) medlinkcholesterol/medlink, often referred to as "bad" cholesterol, below 100 mg/dL.

medlinkHepatocellular carcinoma/medlink, a form of medlinkliver cancer/medlink linked to medlinkhepatitis/medlink infections, has a high likelihood of recurring after tumor removal.

Breast cancer can sometimes be asymptomatic, even when a lump is not present. Regular self-exams and screenings are crucial for early detection and improved outcomes.

New class of chemical compounds from fungi that may offer new avenues for treating colorectal cancer, one of the deadliest cancers globally has been discovered

Health experts warned of a rising cancer risk due to increased exposure to airborne carcinogens on National Cancer Awareness Day. Cancers of the lungs,

Gastroschisis is a birth defect with a hole in the abdominal wall near the belly button. This results in the baby's intestines and other organs like the stomach and liver to develop outside the body.

Breast cancer is the most common cancer worldwide and it is the second leading cause of death in women. It mainly occurs in middle-aged and older women.

The Indian healthcare sector has become a top target for hackers, experiencing an average of 6,935 cyberattacks per week in the last six months, according to a new report.

Early indications suggest a potential increase in medlinkdengue/medlink (!--ref1--) cases during the monsoon season in West Bengal, with over 2,000

The Uttar Pradesh health department has adopted YouTube as a platform for ongoing medical education and professional development of government doctors stationed in remote areas (!--ref1--).

Raising awareness and promoting preventive measures can significantly reduce the number of amputations and improve the medlinkquality of life/medlink for many individuals.

The iPeople to People Health Foundation (PPHF)/i, in collaboration with iDEESHA (Diabetes [Type 1] Education (and) Empowerment Strategic Health Alliance)/i,

In a significant public health initiative, the Tamil Nadu government plans to screen 80 lakh people diagnosed with diabetes for medlinktuberculosis/medlink (TB).

One of the reputed hospital groups of the CK Birla Hospitals, the BM Birla Heart Hospital has recently released a first of its kind report on the medlinkheart

Common gut microbe called Blastocystis might play a surprising role in how our diet impacts our health, a new study suggests. The research, led by a team

A potential connection has been found between certain Gastrointestinal (GI) syndromes and the formation and rupture of intracranial (brain) aneurysms,

The 2024 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine (!--ref1--) was jointly awarded to American scientists Victor Ambros and Gary Ruvkun by the Nobel Assembly at Sweden's Karolinska Institutet.

Through resource efficiency, circular design, water reuse, repair and recycling, African nations can customize their economic systems to maximize both social benefits and sustainability.

The post Circular economies can become “the most  inclusive” in Africa first appeared on International Water Management Institute (IWMI).

A selection of IWMI's recent contributions to global research.

The post December 2023 – February 2024 Research Journal Roundup first appeared on International Water Management Institute (IWMI).

medlinkMental health/medlink problems often go unnoticed in youth who commit suicide, reports a new study. Three out of five youth who died by suicide in the U.

Individuals suffering from both medlinkposttraumatic stress disorder/medlink (PTSD) and medlinktype 2 diabetes/medlink experience significantly

Good news to parents and grandparents! Playing with your child can boost your medlinkmental health/medlink and overall wellbeing. Watching your

Excessive smartphone use, lack of sleep, cyberbullying, and poor mental health are all interlinked issues affecting teens in today's digital era. Australian

Scientists have found that peer acceptance in early teens and close friendships in later teenage years are crucial predictors of reduced social anxiety and higher life satisfaction in young adulthood.

At Washington University in St. Louis, researchers used a comprehensive strategy to investigate how genetics affect youth behavior. By collecting a wide

A new computer-based tool could help doctors quickly spot anxiety or depression in children before surgery, suggests new research presented at the ANESTHESIOLOGY (Regd) 2024 annual meeting (!--ref1--).

A groundbreaking study has revealed the essential role of gut microbiota in managing stress responses through its interaction with the body's circadian rhythms.

IWMI is highlighted in the context of the deteriorating water security situation in the Middle East and North Africa region in the August 2023 Al-Monitor PRO Trend Report.

The post Middle East Water Security: Competition heats up as resources become scarcer first appeared on International Water Management Institute (IWMI).

The 'Resilience' project, implemented by IWMI, aims to enhance the adoption of efficient micro irrigation systems, including sprinklers and drip irrigation, among smallholder farmers in the Indian states of Odisha and Assam.

The post Save Water Save Money — Farmers In Odisha & Assam Benefit From Micro Irrigation Systems first appeared on International Water Management Institute (IWMI).

At an event co-hosted by IWMI and USAID, experts warn that rapid melting of glaciers in Pakistan's north could turn the Indus River seasonal, endangering 240 million lives.

The post Indus to become ‘a seasonal river’ by 2050 if glaciers continue melting first appeared on International Water Management Institute (IWMI).